Paradise Island Hotels - Transportation & Getting to, from and around the Bahamas

Getting to and from Paradise Island and around once there: Below is a comprehensive guide to transport to from and around Paradise Island covering the Buses, Taxis, Flights, Trains, Cycling, by Car and much more.

Don’t forget to check out our other sections for details on Paradise Island Hotels, Things to Do & Attractions in Paradise Island, plus candid traveler photos and reviews.

Use the search form to review and book hotels in Paradise Island – at up to 70% off.

Transport – Paradise Island:

Your choices are by air or sea. By sea, either on a private boat or commercial cruise, or by one of the many commercial daily flights that go in and out of the Bahamas. Of course, if you’re in the mood you can always swim. Walking or driving–unless you car treads water like 007′s– is a definite impossibility.

Getting around in Nassau/Paradise Island, Grand Bahama Island and most of the Out Islands is easy. The various modes of on-Island transportation include: rental cars, taxis (which are plentiful) buses (called jitneys) which for a small fare can take you to and from many locations, motorbikes (mopeds), bicycles, surreys (horse and carriage rides used in conducting short tours around Nassau), water taxis (in Nassau they operate between Prince George Wharf and Paradise Island) and in some of the Out Islands they operate between cays.

Driving Tip: Right is Wrong; Drive on the LEFT side of the road

When renting a motor vehicle remember always to drive on the left. Though it takes some getting to used to (particularly when you are driving down deserted roads in the family islands) accidents are rare.

Paradise Island Hotels - a luxury yacht moored in Paradise Island

Also remember that a percentage of Bahamian drivers drive very badly – so why not take a ferry!. It seems the latest fad is to stop in the middle of the road to talk to your friend who is walking down the street, or to stop in your lane to talk to the person in the opposing lane, rather then driving onto the side of the road. Also watch out for reckless drivers, who are unable to use signals when they cut me–I mean you–off. Also let us not forget the a guy who quickly turns into the lane you driving on who then slows down once he gets in front of you. Sigh.

Lastly, when you are about to drive across a pedestrian crossing a Bahamian will run to the curb to cross the street, and a few will slow down as they cross the street. I have no clue why people do this–well I do but that is a “gansta”-BET story.

Lastly, look out for tourists who do not look both ways when crossing the street! Tourists have died because they think the cars are driving on the right, and so only look one way–the wrong way–when they cross. So take your time, and be careful.

Look to your RIGHT (if not both ways) when crossing

Some of our top advice on transport in the Bahamas:

Since we drive on the left in the Bahamas, be extra careful that you look right when you are crossing a road. Many a tourist has unfortunately attempted to cross roads without looking in the direction a car is coming from–their right. Even better–look both ways.

The islands that make up the Bahamas are each incredibly unique, and no vacation can be called complete without a sizable bit of exploring. Whether your interests lie just across the street or on a neighboring shore, there are plenty of transportation options to give you access to every nook and cranny of the Bahamas.

Paradise Island Hotels - Transport to and from the Bahamas

Inter-island travel can be incredibly rewarding, giving vacationers a unique view of the Bahamas. However, it requires a tad more planning than local trips and should be arranged in advance. Small aircrafts are the fastest method of island-hopping; visitors can hire a flight, while experienced aviators can charter their own planes. Seafaring types may prefer to take advantage of the numerous island marinas by riding the Bahamas’ mail boats or sailing in on a yacht – again, available both for charter and for hire.

Upon arriving at the desired island, vacationers can choose from several additional transportation options. Taxis are available on every island, and buses (often called jitneys) service several of the larger metropolitan areas. Rental cars are yet another option, although rental companies are difficult or impossible to find on many of the smaller, out-lying islands.

More active vacationers can rent bikes and scooters by the day or by the week. This option enables you to escape into the most remote areas of the islands.

There is no shortage of transportation options to suit your traveling needs. Whether your plans include visiting beaches and swimming in the ocean, shopping in the towns, or lounging in a shady hammock, there is a way of getting wherever you will.

Want to learn more about Paradise Island?

• Things to do and attractions in Paradise Island
• Getting to and from Paradise Island and transport once there
• Need to book a hotel in Paradise Island? Use the search form at the top of the page.
• Contact Us for advice on Paradise Island and to book a hotel
• View / Cancel Paradise Island Hotels Booking.

Payment accepted for all card types: Mastercard, American Express, Visa, Maestro and more.